Friday, April 29, 2011

Maya is an ambitious young woman. She spent the last year exploring her different interests in order to find more about herself and to be able to choose the right career.

Fashion has always been Maya’s passion; she enjoys reading Vogue magazines and books about Coco Chanel. She also had some runway experiences and she did an internship at Ema Model Management.

She applied at ITHQ (Institut de tourisme et d’hôtellerie du Québec) in Hotel Management, and she looks forward to study public relations at Université Laval. In the future, she would like to have an event planning company.

She enjoys reading, dancing and socializing with her friends and family, but her strongest desire is to travel. She hopes that someday, she will have the opportunity to participate to a volunteer project abroad to help the less fortunate.

She likes having changes in her life, she always welcome new challenges. She believes that someone accomplished is someone that always tries new ventures and pushes himself to his limits.

Maxime Mastrojoseph is a true product of the Montreal culture; juggling from French to English, city to nature, travelling abroad and enjoying the quietness of her hometown, Saint-Bruno. She is currently attending her second year in Economics at Concordia University.

In her spare time, guided by a spontaneous and adventurous spirit, Maxime escapes to the mountains and snowboards down the slopes with her family and friends.

The true character of an entrepreneur, passionate and ambitious, Maxime aspires to create her own company encouraging physical activity, travels and education for the curious youth seeking social and worldly experiences.

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Mariah comes from an artistic and musical family of six children. Second oldest and the only girl, she loves to read and sew. She knows many hands make light work, and participates actively in her busy household. She has strong family values, a ‘hands on’ approach to life and a special gift with children.

She graduated in June 2010. During her grad year, she took extra courses, and completed her Level 1 Chef Training at Selkirk College. A 6th generation Canadian, Mariah is a real B.C. girl who enjoys a healthy lifestyle.

Mariah is thrilled to be in the Miss Universe Canada Pageant, and regards this as an amazing opportunity as she steps out into the world!

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Mannu Sandhu, professional actress, model, dancer, event organizer and community activist born in India and raised in Vancouver, B.C. After highschool, Mannu, worked as an executive assistant for MP–Nina Grewal. Mannu then pursued a career as a correctional officer. At her current job she is exposed to young men and women who were brought into the facility for drug and alcohol abuse, gang affiliation and assault.

Feeling disappointed as to where the youth was heading, she often felt like there was something missing. She believed her life had a stronger purpose—and motivate the lives of those around her and the community.

Mannu devotes her time to various charities and non-profit organizations as: BC Children’s Hospital, Sikh Blood Donation and Pakistan Flood Relief. She also joined Operation Rainbow Canada and MannKind Charitable Society where she travelled to Baru Sahib, India in March 2011, to help children with cleft palates and burn injuries. She wants to change the way women in her community and around the world are mistreated.

Originally from Sucker Creek First Nation, Linsay grew up immersed in her Aboriginal Culture. This Traditional upbringing is where she learned the importance of respect and honour.

She also maintained a well-balanced life through athletics. Linsay was captain of her high school hockey team and is a traditional Fancy Dancer.

Linsay completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Youth Care at Grant MacEwan University. During her fourth year of school she was chosen as a finalist for the show “Canada’s Next Top Model”.

Not wanting to drop out of school, Linsay completed her final semester in two weeks. Linsay won the coveted first runner up prize on Canada’s Next Top Model and made it home in time to attend her graduation.

Upon completion of University she started her own business Dreams In Motion Inc., a full service youth empowerment company designed to provide them with the tools needed to achieve their dreams. Linsay believes that we are all role models and therefore it is our duty to be the best that we can be.

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Linda is an Asian garden growing on Canadian soil. As an ensemble of oriental specimens known for their hybrid beauty and their innate strength, no one fail to see the wonders she offer. Strong yet feminine, exciting yet consistent, she is a paradox that never ceases to inspire those around her.

In this country, she has transposed herself into something even worthier than she was before; always leaving visitors gasping with delight and amaze. She anticipates that her roots will push strong and deep into the magnificent soil in which they now find themselves and continue to enhance the place she passby.

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Krystal, of South American and French Canadian parentage, was born and raised in Québec. Not only is she a holder of an MBA and a B.S. in Biochemistry, but she is also an accomplished ballroom dancer, a runner, and an award-winning model.

Krystal is a Senior Consultant specializing in Health Care, IT Auditing, and Data Analytics. In addition to this, Krystal uses her love for dancing to raise funds by performing on behalf of charitable organizations and schools. She also actively participates in fundraising campaigns for United Way and Relay for Life, organizes events to raise awareness of health and wellness-related issues, and gives motivational speeches.

Krystal’s endeavors stem from her living by the principle that, when we extend ourselves to help others feel valued, they become more confident in making the kinds of choices that enhance their lives.

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Kim was born and raised in Chicoutimi, QC. After the death of her father, she decided to take a year off to be close to her family, travelling, working and taking time for her before pursuing her studies and becoming a pediatrician.

With her very big heart and her need to do whatever she can to improve the lives of those around, Kim enjoys giving her time in many cause.

She is so much proud to say that she comes from a multicultural, accepting, peaceful and helpful country that truly joined her values like Canada.

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Raised in historic Chatham-Kent, Ontario; Jocelyn Anna is an innovative film maker and ambassador of culture with the eye and heart of an explorer.

She has a degree in Psychology with minors in English and World Religions and continually enjoys developing new skills through a variety of arts and leadership courses.

After graduating from university and finding her sense of purpose, Jocelyn pursued her ambition for filmmaking by moving to Vancouver, British Columbia to find stories that could be found in the city that was welcoming the world.

Through her travels and experiences, Jocelyn has endured a personal journey which has brought purpose and passion to her life, and she anticipates affecting other people’s lives in a similar way. She believes in the good and is in pursuit of sharing films and art that inspires remembrance of heritage and appreciation for our multicultural world.

Through it all, she holds the vision of using tools such as filmmaking and cultural awareness for motivating, especially children and youth, to understand and believe in our ability to achieve and become.

Jocelyn values her family, friendship and always meeting new people. Among her creative endeavours she loves playing tennis and ping-pong, attending concerts and events and appreciating nature or time spent on the water.

Jessie May Broadhurst was born in New Westminster, Canada. ‘Momo’ has five siblings. Jessie May was asked to speak for an M.C.F.D. Conference, to help better understand the realities of being a foster child. Shortly after the laws were changed in her home province of B.C.

Jessie May was in a traumatic car accident 04/04/02. She awoke from a coma with a broken body and severe temporal brain injury. Through persistence of a supportive team this Aries regained her health.

Her travels have taken her throughout the globe exploring with different workshops, seminars and groups. Jessie May continues to speak. Powered by the passion for sharing, Jessie May is now writing her first book.

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I speak English fluently, although I am attempting to learn French and Spanish as well as sign language. Through my travels and cultural exchanges I do try to the best of my ability to communicate with all who travel my path. It is amazing what barriers can be overcome when there is a will of the mind and spirit.

Catherine Elizabeth Middleton (Kate Middleton) from the time she was a kid until the Royal Wedding with Prince William. Kate Middleton was born on 9 January 1982. She grew up in Chapel Row at Bucklebury, Berkshire, England, and studied in Scotland at the University of St Andrews, where she met Prince William in 2001. They started a romantic relationship that continued until a break-up lasting for several months in 2007. However, they continued to be friends and rekindled their relationship later that year.

Jennifer, 23, was born and raised in Fort McMurray, Alberta and hopes to become the first woman from Alberta to become Miss Universe Canada. Jennifer completed her Bachelor of Science degree through the University of Alberta in 2009 and currently works as a ‘Labour and Delivery’ Nurse.

Growing up, Jennifer enjoyed playing soccer and was selected to play for Team Alberta in Greenland for the 2002 Arctic Winter Games where her team won the gold medal.

She enjoys being active and worked as a lifeguard and swimming instructor since the age of sixteen (16). In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering and leading an active lifestyle.

She loves children and enjoys being a positive role model to youth. Jen’s craziest life experience just occurred in South Africa where she experienced sky diving!

Jennifer plans to further her education with a Masters degree in nursing. As Miss Universe, Jennifer would use the title to empower young women around the world to live a healthy lifestyle and promote education, democracy and health care for all.

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Jamie-Lynell was born and raised in the beautiful Caribbean island of St. Lucia. In 2007 she decided to make Toronto, Canada her home and pivot for personal and professional growth.

Currently an employee of Discount Car and Truck Rentals, Jamie enjoys interacting with others and meeting the challenges of a fast paced environment. In addition to meeting people, socializing, learning of different cultures and customs, Jamie welcomes any opportunity to lend a helping hand and take part in charitable events.

Her ultimate goal in life is to be in a position where she is able to give back to the community and those less fortunate. Jamie plans to further her education in the field of Public Relations which will serve as an asset in facilitating her dream. Her special love for children and admiration of their innocence is evident, and Jamie plans to adopt a child sometime in the future.

Jamie is a lover of life and embraces its joys and challenges equally: always looking at the glass half full as opposed to its emptiness.

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Ivanna Tarnowecky was born and raised in Kingston, Ontario. At a very young age, she fell in love with the performing arts and has been acting, singing, and dancing ever since. Her role model is her grandmother, who was a merited actress of Ukraine. She is her inspiration.

Ivanna recently completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Book & Media Studies with a Minor in both French and Cinema Studies from the University of Toronto. She looks forward to furthering her education in Communication and Advertising.

Ivanna has a passion for helping people and enjoys working with the elderly and children. She is an outgoing and enthusiastic person who loves to travel, meet new people, and experience new cultures. She believes that cultural diversity is one of Canada’s most admirable qualities.

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I speak Ukrainian, English, and French fluently and learned them in that order. My native language is Ukrainian.

Inès Simbi Munyemana was born In Rwanda in 1989 and left the country during 1994 war. After losing her father, she came to live in Canada with her mother and older brother. Left out really sensible from this experience, she began thinking that life wasn’t fair and passed some really hard time to end up with this revelation: Everything is possible.

Learning that new magical senses of life, through her passion of reading and mentors such as Anthony Robbins, Dr. Wayne Dyer and Deepak Chopra. She felt the strong desire to learn more on these subjects.

Studied in Neuro-linguistic programming, wrote her first book and helped her mother by working for her when she opened her own residence for people with an intellectual and physical disability.

Inès Munyemana dream is to see everyone happy in life, achieving their biggest ambitions in order to open their hearts and then help others achieving theirs too. Leading to the conclusion she could become everything desired, she began to see all that life has to offer and now really wants to give back.

Her objectives are to become a super model, motivational speaker and successful writer in order to help anyone else in anyway. Especially those who only want to have one normal meal a day.

Proud to be Canadian, she strongly believes that life is all about giving. That is why she doesn’t just want to be a ‘’model’’ but a model of love for the entire universe. Starting here, in Canada.

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Energetic, approachable and friendly are only a few words to describe the kind of person Ewa is. She is always looking to help others and cares about their wellbeing, sometimes even more than her own.

Her love for travel enabled her move to Eastern Europe as a teenager where she was then given the opportunity to experience a different culture and life.

She received her degree in Geography, then moved back to Canada and graduated in Hospitality and Tourism Marketing. She wishes to continue her studies at Concordia University pursuing Communication Studies to one day host her own travel television show.

She has an incredible amount of passion for extreme sports and loves to live life “on the edge”. One of her favourite’s is to skydive and is now planning on becoming a certified solo jumper this year to show others that we can achieve anything we want to.

Other hobbies of hers include, dancing, singing, reading and most importantly spending as much time as possible with her family.

Ewa feels she is truly blessed to be in the MUC pageant. She hopes it will give her the opportunity to be more involved in humanitarian organizations, through which she can then be of help to less fortunate people. Ewa believes that we all deserve a chance in pursuing our dreams.

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Thursday, April 28, 2011

Emily is currently completing her Master of Science, with focus on nutrition labeling, at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College. In addition to her education, Emily loves working as a bridal sales consultant. All work and no play is not her philosophy, as she attends dance class and plays piano.

Emily is a firm believer in adding healthy foods and physical activity into our daily lives. She loves all that the East Coast of Canada offers, as the beautiful landscape makes it easy to be outside exercising!

This young woman loves being an active volunteer in her community. Emily believes that being part of a community starts with sharing our time and talents.

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Emily Kiss is a recent graduate from the University of Windsor Ontario. She has successfully completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Sociology and now plans to enhance her academic credentials by pursuing her MBA.

For her professional career, she aspires to work in the corporate world of marketing and public relations.

Living a healthy and active lifestyle is a priority in her life as she enjoys participating in all aspects of fitness. As an avid reader and researcher, Emily is inspired by sociological theories and philosophy. She has a passion for traveling the world and an excitement for experiencing new cultures.

As an active volunteer for the Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital Foundation and the Transition to Betterness Organization, she devotes her free time to organizing local fundraising events to improve and expand the fundamental health care facilities of Windsor.

Emily believes it is important for one to always be open minded, empathetic and kind because If you are good to others, good will come to you.

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From dreams of training to sprint for Canada at the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia; from being asked to move to California in order to pursue a professional career of tennis; from being requested to play professional soccer for Oxford University, and for representing Brazil at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games as the flag/placard bearer, Elishia Sahota continues to pursue a path of high achievement.

Upon completion of her degree as a current business student she plans upon continuing her studies in order to obtain a Masters degree and further the development of her own organization for children of war. As a model and actress, Elishia has had the privilege of working with big name Hollywood actors and iconic fashion photographers!

Upon meeting Elishia, you instantly feel her passion for family, her German Shepherd, and her love to be the old soul she is with a genuine personality and heart. She is well traveled with a respect and open mind for all people and places around this World.

Since a young girl she would participate with her school in visiting seniors’ homes to sing for them and spend time with them, as well as helping the Greater Vancouver Foodbank Society in numerous ways such as participating in building the first pilot soup garden. Her school gave her the foundation of giving through encouraging each grade since Kindergarten to donate money to help a sister school in Kibaale, Uganda. Elishia has taken this foundation and moved on to help raise money with her family to support the cause and organization of CRY (Cardiac Risk in Youth).

She has a passion for singing, a drive for athletics, and an appreciation for literature and the fine arts. She firmly believes in staying true to one’s morals and values in order to become successful and maintain happiness in life.

Remembering who you are and the strength you possess in order to get where your destiny will lead you is one of the most important concepts to master, she says. Once this concept begins to unfold in the mind, then and only then can we help to further and better the lives of others—You must first believe in you.

Danielle was born and raised in the beautiful city of Brockville Ontario, which is nestled along the banks of the scenic St. Lawrence river.

Most of her life has been dedicated to team sports such as hockey, baseball, and basketball. Throughout her athletic lifestyle she has learned how to give her best in everything she does. She is motivated and optimistic in every situation.

Danielle is a student of Algonquin College in our Nation’s capital of Ottawa Ontario. She is currently enrolled in a three year Graphic Design Advanced Diploma program. Danielle has a passion for art and photography and hopes to one day find a career that will allow her to do what she loves for a living.

She also takes on a volunteering role as a residence advisor in her college’s residence to help support and guide students through their academic journey.

People are a very important part of Danielle’s life. She is thankful to her family for being so supportive and caring. Danielle also enjoys working with children at her local YMCA as a camp leader during the summer months.

If given the chance to work as Miss Universe Canada, Danielle would want to inspire others to be themselves, and chase your dreams.

A Bachelor of Design graduate from the Alberta College of Art + Design, Daena is the creative director and founder of Frozen Notion Design Inc. – an Edmonton based visual communications and design studio.

As a young business owner, Daena credits other successful entrepreneurs for inspiring her to work hard, stay motivated, think big and take risks. She believes the key to taking hold of your future is to pursue an education and profession you are passionate about.

Early involvement in competitive sports and recreation has made ‘living an active lifestyle’ second nature to Daena. She also enjoys supporting the local arts and music in her community.

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Cristine was born in Guelph to a mixed parentage; her mother being from Barbados and her father being from Czech Republic. She grew up in Toronto from the age of five, where she was enrolled in French Immersion.

When she is not busy working as a lifeguard and teaching swimming lessons, she is busy completing her Bachelor of Honours degree in English along with her certificate of Bilingualism and certificate of Sexuality Studies at York University.

Cristine believes that our world’s future success heavily relies on the equality of education for both boys and girls of all nationalities in all countries.

She strongly believes that the greatest gift we can share with one another is tolerance; because everyone deserves a chance to succeed.

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Courtney was born and raised in small town Saskatchewan. She now lives in Saskatoon where she attends the University of Saskatchewan. Courtney is pursuing a bachelor of science majoring in anatomy and cell biology as she hopes to be admitted to the College of Medicine in the near future.

She has become a member of the Greystone Scholars Society and the Golden Key Honors Society as a result of her academic achievement. She is also a member of the anatomy and cell biology student society. Courtney’s aspiration is to become a pediatrician, which will allow her to combine her love of children, her ambition to change people’s lives, and her excellence in academics into a career.

Courtney has always been a strong part of her community through sports, school, and volunteering. Her love of sports has led her to excel in activities such as dance, volleyball, baseball, badminton, track & field and snowboarding. She has volunteered with The Children’s Wish Foundation, Regina General Hospital, her local dance club, and within her high school.

She is also a certified lifeguard who spent a number of summers running her hometown swimming pool. This job taught her valuable skills that she will use throughout her life which allows her to be the positive role model she feels all children need. In addition, Courtney seizes the opportunity to model whenever it arises. When Courtney is not playing sports, modeling, or volunteering, she loves to spend time at her family’s cabin sitting in the sun, relaxing.

Courtney believes that life is full of setbacks, but success is determined by how you handle those setbacks. This philosophy is what has led her to become a part of the Student Wellness Initiative Toward Community Health (SWITCH). SWITCH is a student run inter professional clinic servicing the core neighborhoods of Saskatoon.

As a part of SWITCH, Courtney gets to help people who have faced more setbacks in life than any person should have to, and has the chance to help them to achieve some sort of success in their lives. She is also a part of the executive board that governs the activities of SWITCH. Courtney feels that anyone can make a difference in the world if they truly want to. She believes that helping even one person betters the world in an extraordinary way.

Chelsae Durocher is a 3rd year student at the University of Windsor, studying in the Drama in Education and Community Program. She is fluent in both French and English and one day hopes to be an elementary school teacher. She loves working with children and meeting new people; and will embrace any opportunity which allows her to do so.

She is a strong believer in the power of volunteerism and actively volunteers within her community, always promoting her platform of maintaining a healthy active lifestyle amongst children. She enjoys swimming, running, singing, and spending time with her friends and family; and would love to further promote her platform to youth across the world.

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This green eyed brown hair optimist from Toronto will never be just a pretty face. With compassion and enthusiasm she inspires all to pursue their dreams. At 23, she is the assistant manager for an exotic car dealership, and volunteers her spare time networking the unemployed with local businesses anticipating a business of her own.

She believes in equality between all ages, races, and genders and will always fight for an equal opportunity between them. She is a strong independent and a hard working woman that will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. She has an intuitive desire to help people and has a big heart for those in need.

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